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Lynchburg: Juvenile suffers severe bite from neighbor’s dog, details scarce

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A juvenile in Lynchburg suffered a gruesome injury to their arm after a neighbor’s dog bit them, according to police.

The juvenile victim was transported to Carilion Children’s Hospital for treatment. The victim is listed in stable condition.

According to Lynchburg Police, the attack occurred on Monday in the 700 block of Grady Street.

The owner of the dog surrendered the animal to authorities. The dog was euthanized and will be tested for rabies, according to the LPD.

The incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information or who may have witnessed the attack is asked to contact the LPD at (434) 455-6105 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through the P3 Tips app.

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